Is there a prohibition against eating or drinking while leaning on one's side?

Question:
May Allah reward you, Honorable Shaykh. This questioner says: Is there a prohibition from the Prophet (peace and blessings be upon him) against eating or drinking while leaning on one's side?

Answer:
Yes, this indicates nobility, that one does not eat while leaning on one's side. He sits in a position where he spreads one leg and raises the other, if that is easy. If it is not easy, he may sit cross-legged, as long as he does not lean on his side. However, if he needs to lean on his side, there is no harm. Yes.